1997 SUBARU LEGACY service

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11) On AWD model, after removing fuel sub meter unit,
drain fuel from there.
WARNING:
Do not use a motor pump when draining fuel.
2. On-Car Services
A: MEASUREMENT OF FUEL PRESSURE
1) Release fuel pressure.
2) Connect connector to fuel pump.
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3) Disconnect fuel delivery hoses from fuel filter, and con-
nect fuel pressure gauge.
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4) Start the engine.
5) Measure fuel pressure while disconnecting pressure
regulator vacuum hose from collector chamber.
Fuel pressure:
235 — 265 kPa (2.4 — 2.7 kg/cm
2, 34 — 38 psi)
6) After connecting pressure regulator vacuum hose, mea-
sure fuel pressure.
Fuel pressure:
177 — 206 kPa (1.8 — 2.1 kg/cm
2, 26 — 30 psi)
WARNING:
Before removing fuel pressure gauge, release fuel
pressure.
NOTE:
If out of specification as measured at step 6), check or
replace pressure regulator and pressure regulator vacuum
hose.
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1. Precautions - 2. On-Car Services

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3. Fuel Tank
A: REMOVAL
1) Release fuel pressure.
2) Drain fuel from fuel tank.
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3) Remove rear exhaust pipe.
(1) Lift-up the vehicle.
(2) Separate rear exhaust pipe from center exhaust
pipe.
(3) Separate rear exhaust pipe from muffler.
(4) Remove bracket from rubber cushion, and remove
exhaust pipe.
NOTE:
To facilitate the removal of parts, apply a coat of SUBARU
CRC5-56 (Part No. 004301003)

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4) Remove muffler assembly.
NOTE:
To facilitate the removal of parts, apply a coat of SUBARU
CRC5-56 (Part No. 004301003)

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5) Remove rear differential assembly. (AWD model)
(1) Remove rear axle shafts from rear differential
assembly.
(2) Remove rear differential front cover.
(3) Remove propeller shaft.
(4) Remove lower differential bracket.
(5) Set transmission jack under rear differential.
(6) Remove bolts which install rear differential onto
rear crossmember.

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3. Fuel Tank

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6) Remove rear crossmember. (AWD model)

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7) Loosen clamp, and disconnect fuel filler hose from pipe.
8) Loosen clamp, and disconnect air vent hose from air
vent pipe.


1Fuel filler hose


2Air vent hose
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9) Loosen clip and clamps, and disconnect fuel delivery
hose

1, return hose
2and evaporation hose
3.
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10) While holding fuel tank, remove bolts from bands and
dismount fuel tank.
WARNING:
A helper is required to perform step 10).
B: INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal. Do the fol-
lowing:
1) When installing fuel tank, have a helper hold fuel tank
while installing bands.
2) Before tightening band mounting bolts, connect fuel
system hoses.
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3. Fuel Tank

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3) Install hose and hold down clips at positions indicated
in Figure.
Tightening torque:
1.0
+0.5
0N⋅m (0.1+0.05
0kg-m, 0.7+0.4
0ft-lb)
Type A: When fitting length is specified.
Type B: When fitting length is not specified.


1Fitting


2Clamp


3Hose

: 1.0 — 4.0 mm (0.039 — 0.157 in)
L: 20 — 25 mm (0.79 — 0.98 in)
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1Hose


2Clip


3Pipe
Fuel return hose:
L = 20 — 25 mm (0.79 — 0.98 in)
Evaporation hose:
L = 15 — 20 mm (0.59 — 0.79 in)
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4) Tighten band mounting bolts.
Tightening torque:
33±10 N⋅m (3.4±1.0 kg-m, 25±7 ft-lb)
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5) Install rear crossmember.
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3. Fuel Tank

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6) Install rear differential assembly.
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7) Install muffler assembly.
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8) Install heat sealed cover.
9) Install rear exhaust pipe.
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10) Lower the vehicle, and connect connector to fuel
pump.
11) Install access hole lid.
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4. Fuel Filler Pipe
A: REMOVAL
1) Release fuel pressure.
2) Drain fuel from fuel tank.
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3. Fuel Tank - 4. Fuel Filler Pipe

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6) Install rear differential assembly.
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7) Install muffler assembly.
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8) Install heat sealed cover.
9) Install rear exhaust pipe.
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10) Lower the vehicle, and connect connector to fuel
pump.
11) Install access hole lid.
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4. Fuel Filler Pipe
A: REMOVAL
1) Release fuel pressure.
2) Drain fuel from fuel tank.
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3. Fuel Tank - 4. Fuel Filler Pipe

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3) Remove right rear wheel.
4) Open fuel filler flap and remove filler cap.
5) Remove screws holding packing in place.
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6) Lift-up the vehicle.
7) Remove fuel filler pipe protector.
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8) Remove clip, and separate air vent hose from pipe.
9) Loosen clamp, and separate fuel filler hose from pipe.


1Fuel filler hose


2Air vent hose
10) Remove fuel filler pipe to under side of the vehicle.
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B: INSTALLATION
1) Hold fuel filler flap open.
2) Set fuel saucer

1with rubber packing
3, and insert fuel
filler pipe into hole from the inner side of apron.
3) Align holes in fuel filler pipe neck and set cup

2, and
tighten screws.
NOTE:
If edges of rubber packing are folded toward the inside,
straighten it with a screwdriver.
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4) Insert fuel filler hose approximately 25 to 30 mm (0.98
to 1.18 in) over the lower end of fuel filler pipe and tighten
clamp.


1Fuel filler hose


2Air vent hose
CAUTION:
Do not allow clips to touch air vent hose and rear sus-
pension crossmember.
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4. Fuel Filler Pipe

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5) Insert air vent hose approximately 25 to 30 mm (0.98 to
1.18 in) into the lower end of air vent pipe and hold clip.


1Hose


2Clip


3Pipe
L=25—30 mm (0.98—1.18 in)
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6) Install fuel filler pipe protector.
7) Install right rear wheel.
5. Fuel Filter
A: REMOVAL
1) Release fuel pressure.
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2) Disconnect fuel delivery hoses from fuel filter.
3) Remove filter from holder.
B: INSPECTION
1) Check the inside of fuel filter for dirt and water sedi-
ment.
2) If it is clogged, or if replacement interval has been
reached, replace it.
3) If water is found in it, shake and expel the water from
inlet port.
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4. Fuel Filler Pipe - 5. Fuel Filter